Senior Database Architect

Senior Database Architect

Posted 1 day ago by BlueRose Technologies

Negotiable
Undetermined
Hybrid
London Area, United Kingdom

Summary: The Senior Database Architect role involves leading the migration of legacy DB2 systems to modern cloud-native databases like Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL. The position requires extensive experience in the financial markets or corporate banking domain, along with strong technical and communication skills. The role is hybrid, based in Bishopsgate, London, and includes a contract duration of 6 months. Candidates should have over 10 years of relevant experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and lead database migration solutions from DB2 to Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL.
  • Participate in all stages of the SDLC, including analysis, design, and deployment.
  • Work closely with clients, SMEs, and business associates to ensure seamless migration and integration.
  • Provide technical guidance, best practices, and performance tuning recommendations.

Key Skills:

  • Strong, hands-on experience in data migration from DB2 to Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL.
  • Experience in financial markets or corporate banking systems.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: London

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Detailed Description From Employer:

Role Title: Senior Database Architect

Location: Hybrid – Bishopsgate, London (may require F2F interview at Infosys office, Canary Wharf)

Contract Duration: 6 months

Overview: We’re looking for a Senior Database Architect with deep expertise in migrating legacy systems (DB2) to modern cloud-native databases such as Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL. Experience in the financial markets or corporate banking domain is strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Design and lead database migration solutions from DB2 to Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL.
  • Participate in all stages of the SDLC, including analysis, design, and deployment.
  • Work closely with clients, SMEs, and business associates to ensure seamless migration and integration.
  • Provide technical guidance, best practices, and performance tuning recommendations.

Must-Have Skills:

  • Strong, hands-on experience in data migration from DB2 to Amazon Aurora PostgreSQL.
  • Experience in financial markets or corporate banking systems.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

  • Knowledge of banking domain processes.
  • Experience with AWS BluAge.

Experience Required: 10+ years